Learning the days of the week in Japanese vocabulary is essential for understanding the language. In Japanese, each day has a unique name that is different from English. By learning these words, you will be able to communicate about schedules, appointments, and events in Japanese. This knowledge will also help you navigate through Japanese calendars, timetables, and even plan your future trips to Japan. Understanding the days of the week will improve your overall language skills and cultural knowledge. Start by familiarizing yourself with the Japanese names for Monday through Sunday to enhance your language learning experience.
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| English | Japanese |
|---|---|
| Monday | 月曜日 |
| Tuesday | 火曜日 |
| Wednesday | 水曜日 |
| Thursday | 木曜日 |
| Friday | 金曜日 |
| Saturday | 土曜日 |
| Sunday | 日曜日 |
Quick Facts
- There are 7 days in a week in Japanese.
- The days of the week are written in kanji characters.
- The days of the week in Japanese are named after the five elements and two celestial objects.
- Monday is called "Getsuyoubi" which means Moon Day.
- Sunday is called "Nichiyoubi" which means Sun Day.
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Download:days_of_the_week_in_japanese.pdf